Starter Homes Making Comeback In Detroit

Posted: February 14, 2026 | Source: www.realtor.com

Starter homes may be making a comeback in the US. A recent Realtor.com survey of nationwide building permits showed that new homes have shrunk in size from 2,128 square feet in 2022 to 1,965 square feet in 2024. It seems that Detroit is leading the way with new homes 1,800 to 1,850 square feet with a yard starting at about $330,000 or about $500,000 for a new home with 2,400 square feet and a basement. The homes do not have a lot of options but are well built with solid oak floors, casement windows, and wood siding. Detroit’s Greatwater Homes has built 32 of the affordable homes and hopes to build 36 more this year.